MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

HEMIPARESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following do NOT belong under stroke prevention?
A
Education
B
Regulation of BP, dietary, smoke cessation
C
Regular exercise
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Risk-reduction measures in primary stroke prevention may include the use of antihypertensive medications, anticoagulants, platelet antiaggregants, 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors (statins), smoking cessation, dietary intervention, weight loss, and exercise.

Detailed explanation-2: -Following a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and moderate use of alcohol are key to reducing your risk of stroke.

Detailed explanation-3: -Antiplatelet therapy-The antiplatelet medicines aspirin, clopidogrel, and the combination of aspirin plus extended-release dipyridamole and cilostazol are all acceptable options for preventing recurrent ischemic stroke for people whose stroke was not caused by embolism from the heart.

Detailed explanation-4: -Choose healthy foods and drinks. Choosing healthy meal and snack options can help you prevent stroke. Keep a healthy weight. Get regular physical activity. Don’t smoke. Limit alcohol. Check cholesterol. Control blood pressure. Control diabetes. More items •05-Apr-2022

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